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Penguin presents the audio download edition of The Puffin Book of Five-minute Stories, read by Sophie Aldred and Christopher Timothy. A lively collection of nineteen short, snappy stories, some old, some new, to make you gasp, laugh, frown or giggle.

Amelia is cleaning out her grandmother's attic when she stumbles across a book: Tales to Keep You Up at Night. But when she goes to the library to return it, she's told that the book never belonged there. Curious, she starts to read the stories: tales of strange incidents in nearby towns, of journal entries chronicling endless, twisting pumpkin vines, birthday parties gone awry, and cursed tarot decks. And at the center of the stories lies a family of witches. And witches, she's told, can look like anyone...

If you’re tired of telling your child the same thing over and over again, hoping it will eventually sink in and he’ll tidy his room or thank Grandma properly for his birthday present, it’s time to try a new tactic. Let him discover the importance of all of those lessons you’ve been trying to instill in him for himself. You’ll be astounded by the difference when he makes those choices independently.

Douze histoires variées, pleines d'émotions ou d'humour, pour les plus grands (8-12 ans). Au sommaire : "Un monde miniature", "Les orties", "La poule de Lucile", "Camille", "Un anneau presque magique", "Entrée en classe de sixième", "Jeanne et Coco", "Le mystère des pièces de monnaie", "Vol pour Édimbourg", "Le balai magique", "Tom et son aquarium", "Mon papa à roulettes".

Nueva colección de cuentos infantiles escritos por la psicóloga Isabel Rojas Estapé que nos ayudará a entender qué ocurre en nuestro cerebro y a gestionar las emociones. ¡Hola! Soy Neurita, la neurona exploradora. Vivo en el cerebro de Cris y mi función es ayudarla a entender sus pensamientos y emociones. En este cuento a Cris le dan una noticia que no le gusta nada: ¡sus padres han decidido mudarse a otra ciudad! Como es lógico, se ha puesto muy triste. Tanto que solo tiene ganas de llorar, y es incapaz de salir de ese estado.

Ellen gets a big shock when her double appears out of the bathroom mirror. But Mirror-Belle is a double with a difference! She is a princess, and a very mischievous one at that. Join magically mischievous Mirror-Belle as she comes popping out of Ellen's mirror to sweep her into a variety of hilarious escapades - from Mirror-Belle muscling in on Ellen's seaside holiday to the return of Prince Precious Paws. You can always guarantee that wherever Mirror-Belle goes, trouble will follow.

La nueva entrega del bestseller internacional que ha logrado inspirar a las niñas de todos los rincones del mundo a soñar en grande, aspirar a más y a luchas con fuerza. Cuentos de buenas noches para niñas rebeldes 2 es una colección totalmente inédita de cuentos que celebran a más mujeres extraordinarias, desde Nefertiti hasta Beyoncé y de Rosalind Franklin a J. K. Rowling.

Side-splittingly funny, spine-chillingly spooky, this companion to a Newbery Honor - winning anthology The Dark Thirty is filled with bad characters who know exactly how to charm. From the author's note that takes us back to McKissack's own childhood when she would listen to stories told on her front porch...to the captivating introductions to each tale, in which the storyteller introduces himself and sets the stage for what follows...to the 10 entertaining tales themselves, here is a worthy successor to McKissack's The Dark Thirty.

Through his encounters with colorful characters and exciting adventures, Benny discovers the importance of kindness, courage, and embracing differences. Join Benny on his inspiring adventure as he learns that the true treasures of life lie in the bonds we form and the character we cultivate along the way.

Voici 5 petites histoires plus amusantes les unes que les autres : Les fantaisies d'Adèle ; Drôles de cochon ; L'anniversaire ; L'habit de neige ; Le bébé.

Camping Stories for Kids is a unique collection of entertaining, educative, and camping stories. Each short story stands alone and takes the listener on a brand new camping adventure. The stories are sure to help expand your kids’ vocabulary and teach them about integrity, honesty, love, and more.

In this book, you will find a beautiful collection of inspiring stories. Each one is filled with an incredible message. Even though the characters come from imaginary places, they still experience the same emotions, ideas, dreams, and desires that you feel every day. Explore these fairy tale worlds and discover how the heroes of the stories overcome their challenges. While listening, think about how they achieve their goals and reach their dreams.

Bedtime Stories for Kids 5 and 12 Years Old is a delightful collection of stories that teach important principles and values, such as friendship, family, respect for the environment, and others. Have you ever wished to share magical moments with your children before they fall asleep, immersing them in captivating stories that teach important life values? Would you like to gift your little ones a collection of stories that not only intrigues them, but also inspires them to become kind, respectful, and responsible individuals?

DESPRE AUDIOBOOK: Mulţi copii, indiferent de vârstă, visează să găsească o comoară. Puţini sunt însă cei care știu cum să o caute, și încă mai puţini cei care reușesc s-o găsească. Asta pentru că unii nu știu ce fel de comori caută, iar alţii, deși le descoperă, nu o realizează. Povestea lui Ben este, în primul rând, o hartă de care se poate folosi oricine se află în căutarea unei comori. Ea este însă, deopotrivă, o lecţie despre adevăratele comori pe care ar trebui să le căutăm în viaţă. Căci mai importante decât cuferele pline cu aur sau argint sunt onestitatea, generozitatea și hărnicia.

In folktales, the trickster can be the wise one or the fool, the one who fools or the one who is fooled. That is why children of all ages enjoy hearing these tales. The psychology of childhood is pretty much the same everywhere, giving these enjoyable stories universal appeal.

Ever since Hairy Maclary first trotted out of the gate and off for a walk, he has been adored by millions of children and adults all over the world. The ten classic stories starring Hairy Maclary are brought together in this very special audio treasury, read by Lynley Dodd. Listen to the stories as they are read in the way they were originally imagined by the talented creator herself!

Children of all ages will delight in listening to these four original stories performed by Oscar, Emmy, Grammy, and Golden Globe-winning celebrities. Betty White reads Mary Sheldon's A Day at the Zoo, the story of Lizzy and her troublesome friend Eric on the day they finally get to visit the zoo. Sharon Stone performs Dancing in the Park, the story of a dancer named Claudia who is determined to cheer up a sad little boy in the park. Jeremy Irons gives a lively performance of Ari Meyers' The Triumphant Beautiful Egg, and more!

Eight fantastic stories, brilliantly retold, reaching from Africa to the United Kingdom. Hours of audio fun to keep children entertained while on the move! Introduce your children to a selection of folktales from around the world, written especially for children. Filled with sound effects and fun, these stories will introduce your children to a wider world of classic stories.

Embark on a thrilling adventure through the prehistoric wonders of Jurassic Valley with "The Lost Dinosaur of Jurassic Valley: Kids Bedtime Stories." In this enchanting collection of tales, young listeners will join siblings Sam and Lily as they journey deep into the heart of a mysterious land filled with ancient secrets and majestic creatures.

Heroes & Villains, the seventh volume in Jon Scieszka's Guys Read Library of Great Reading, is chock-full of adventure featuring an array of characters - with and without capes. Featuring 10 all-new, original stories that run the gamut from fantasy to contemporary adventure to nonfiction, and featuring 11 of the most acclaimed, exciting writers for kids working today, this collection is the perfect book for you, whether you use your powers for good - or evil.